West Washington

South Bend

This is John Oliver’s office left as it was when he died. The house and all its contents were given to a foundation in Elkhart by a daughter of the original owner who had lived in the house most of her life. The decision was made to keep all the contents with the house so a tour is really like a step back in time.
This is John Oliver’s office left as it was when he died. The house and all its contents were given to a foundation in Elkhart by a daughter of the original owner who had lived in the house most of her life. The decision was made to keep all the contents with the house so a tour is really like a step back in time.
The National Studebaker Museum also contains a History Museum. That museum includes this fully furnished mansion which you can tour. It was constructed between 1885-97 for John Oliver and his family. He was a local business man who had developed a process to cool a cast iron casting of a plow blade which allowed it to be as smooth and strong as iron for a fraction of the price. There was a time when the Oliver plow was was the #1 plow in the world!
The History Museum showing heritage elements, a house and interior views
The History Museum which includes interior views, heritage elements and a house

Popular places to visit

The History Museum which includes heritage architecture

The History Museum

Artwork, curious artifacts from Indiana and the former house of an industrialist family are some of the attractions at this downtown museum.

The History Museum
University of Notre Dame featuring a garden, a church or cathedral and wildflowers

University of Notre Dame

5/5(1 review)

Experience a day in the life of a student at one of the prettiest campuses in the United States. Admire iconic landmarks and experience the passion of a football match.

University of Notre Dame
Studebaker National Museum showing interior views and heritage elements

Studebaker National Museum

Take a journey through the history of one of the world’s most important automobile manufacturers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

Studebaker National Museum
Basilica of the Sacred Heart showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral as well as a small group of people

Basilica of the Sacred Heart

A dazzling series of stained-glass windows adorn this Gothic Revival-style church set on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.

Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes featuring a park

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

Join devotees at a replica of a sacred French cave, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared before St. Bernadette Soubirous.

Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
Potawatomi Zoo

Potawatomi Zoo

Why not visit the animals who call Potawatomi Zoo home during your holiday in South Bend? Attend a football match in this family-friendly area.

Potawatomi Zoo

Top hotels in West Washington

The Avanti Houses

The Avanti Houses

3 out of 5
900 Thomas St South Bend IN
The price is RM265 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
RM265
RM445 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Notre Dame Stadium and The History Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
Room is unique but bed is comfortable.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

The Avanti Houses
Four Winds Casino South Bend

Four Winds Casino South Bend

3 out of 5
3000 Prairie Ave South Bend IN
The price is RM342 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
RM342
RM427 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (779 reviews)
Everything was wonderful & The Staff Amazing!! Great Customer Service!! Rooms were very Clean!!! Overall Everything was GREAT!!!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Four Winds Casino South Bend
The Inn at Saint Mary's

The Inn at Saint Mary's

3.5 out of 5
53993 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend IN
The price is RM326 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
RM326
RM375 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,117 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Inn at Saint Mary's
Doubletree Hotel South Bend

Doubletree Hotel South Bend

4 out of 5
123 N Dr. Martin Luther King BLVD South Bend IN
The price is RM447 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
RM447
RM514 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Everything was nice except for the resturant part because there was no heat so we had to somewhere else but besides that and the pool being closed its a 10/10 hotel really nice for a getaway trip.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Doubletree Hotel South Bend
Wingate by Wyndham South Bend/Notre Dame

Wingate by Wyndham South Bend/Notre Dame

3 out of 5
52890 State Rt 933 N South Bend IN
The price is RM329 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
RM329
RM379 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (998 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Wingate by Wyndham South Bend/Notre Dame
Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN

3 out of 5
3800 N Main St Mishawaka IN
The price is RM354 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM354
RM407 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Mishawaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
Other then the bathtub not draining it was a beautiful stay. Staff was very friendly. I did not have breakfast at your location.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Varsity Club South Bend, IN
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Other neighbourhoods around West Washington

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Near Northwest

Near Northwest might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and The History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Near Northwest
Studebaker National Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Downtown South Bend

While visiting Downtown South Bend, you might make a stop by sights like Morris Performing Arts Center and Studebaker National Museum.

Downtown South Bend
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East Bank Village

While East Bank Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Morris Performing Arts Center and South Bend Civic Theater.

East Bank Village
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Northshore Triangle

Northshore Triangle might not have many top sights, but South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Northshore Triangle
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Harters Heights

Harters Heights might not have many top sights, but Compton Family Ice Arena and Notre Dame Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Harters Heights
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Keller Park

While Keller Park isn't home to many top sights, Roseland Town Park and Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes are some notable places to visit nearby.

Keller Park

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